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#221 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 48% of private schools
St Leo the Great School
Elementary School
3704 OLD LEE HWY, Fairfax, VA 22030
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#221 of 457
In Fairfax
#7 of 11
public schools
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St Leo the Great School
Elementary School in Fairfax · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Leo the Great School
St Leo the Great School is a private elementary school in Fairfax, VA. St Leo the Great School serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Leo the Great School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Leo the Great School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Leo the Great School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Fairfax, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Leo the Great School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Daniels Run Elementary | 5.4 |
| Mosaic Elementary | 8.6 |
| Fairfax Villa Elementary | 7.3 |
| Providence Elementary | 5.2 |
| Johnson Middle | 6.4 |
| Frost Middle | 7.9 |
| Olde Creek Elementary | 7.6 |
| Mantua Elementary | 8.3 |
| Oak View Elementary | 8.1 |
| Little Run Elementary | 7.5 |
| Robinson Secondary | 6.8 |
| Laurel Ridge Elementary | 7.9 |
| Fairhill Elementary | 6.8 |
| Wakefield Forest Elementary | 8.7 |
| Bonnie Brae Elementary | 7.5 |
| Eagle View Elementary | 5.6 |
| Willow Springs Elementary | 8.0 |
| Navy Elementary | 9.0 |
| Greenbriar East Elementary | 4.6 |
| Greenbriar West Elementary | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Fairfax
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3704 OLD LEE HWY, Fairfax, VA 22030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Leo the Great School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mosaic Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oakton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Oakton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mantua Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfax, see our Fairfax schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Daniels Run Elementary Fairfax | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ANTHONY ACADEMY Fairfax | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Fairfax High Fairfax | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| TRURO PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fairfax | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FAIRFAX Fairfax | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Mosaic Elementary Fairfax | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodson High Fairfax | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| APPLETREE SCHOOL Fairfax | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Oakton Elementary Oakton | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Oakton High Vienna | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| THE NEW SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA Fairfax | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| IDEAVENTIONS ACADEMY FOR MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE Oakton | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Frost Middle Fairfax | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Fairfax Villa Elementary Fairfax | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Olde Creek Elementary Fairfax | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Providence Elementary Fairfax | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Johnson Middle Fairfax | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MERRITT ACADEMY Fairfax | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Oak View Elementary Fairfax | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Mantua Elementary Fairfax | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,885
Median Home Value
$700,700
Median Rent
$2,242/mo
Population
60,855
College Educated
66.5%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVARY ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alexandria, VA | 6.3 |
| Central Elementary Lexington, VA | 6.3 |
| Crestview Elementary Richmond, VA | 6.3 |
| Francis Asbury Elementary Hampton, VA | 6.3 |
| Frederick Douglass Elementary Winchester, VA | 6.3 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Annandale, VA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Leo the Great School
What grades does St Leo the Great School serve?
St Leo the Great School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Leo the Great School?
St Leo the Great School has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Leo the Great School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Leo the Great School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Leo the Great School rank in VA?
St Leo the Great School ranks #221 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is St Leo the Great School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Leo the Great School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Leo the Great School a private school?
Yes, St Leo the Great School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Leo the Great School a religious school?
St Leo the Great School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax city
- Phone
- (703) 273-1211
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